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Caregiving has a way of making us focus on everything we haven't done, every mistake we've made, and all the ways we think we could be doing more. In this episode, we're challenging that mindset and taking a moment to acknowledge the things we're doing well. We talk about why it's so easy for caregivers to be hard on themselves, how guilt can overshadow progress, and the i...

In this episode, we're talking about one of the most persistent parts of caregiving: guilt. Even though our mom now lives in a care home and we're no longer responsible for her day-to-day care, the guilt hasn't simply disappeared. In many ways, it's evolved. We explore the stress, anxiety, and emotional weight that continue to show up, along with the feeling that we should be d...

In this episode, we’re sharing the advice and resources we wish we had known about sooner. From navigating placement options and understanding levels of care, to finding mental health support and learning that we didn’t have to do everything alone. We talk about the emotional toll of figuring things out in real time, the trial-and-error of caregiving, and the tools that have genuinely helped us al...

Parkinson’s Disease is often misunderstood, and honestly before our mom’s diagnosis, we misunderstood it too. Actually, we still misunderstand it! Just listen to Lexi fail the mini quiz.  In this episode, we’re breaking down some of the most common misconceptions about Parkinson’s and sharing what the reality has looked like in our own experience. From the idea that it’s “just tremors,” to assumpt...

In this episode, we talk about the moment we realized we’ve slowly started becoming the parent to our parents. From managing appointments and finances to making big life decisions, we discuss what that role reversal really feels like and how emotionally complicated it can be. We start the episode with about 15 minutes of honest life updates, venting, and a bit of a spiral city about life in genera...

Caregiving and grief often come with a wide range of emotions, sometimes all in the same day. In this episode, we open up about the emotional highs and lows that come with this journey and how we’re learning to sit with the complexity of it all. With our dad’s birthday coming up this week, we also share memories of him and reflect on how meaningful dates can bring grief, love, and remembrance toge...

 This week, we’re sharing some of our favorite memories. The funny, the tender, and the ones that instantly bring our loved ones to life. Caregiving can be heavy, so this episode is about remembering the personality, joy, and love that exist alongside the hard parts. Think of it as a little story time, caregiver edition. 

This episode is a big update. Mom has officially moved into a group home, and we’re sharing what that decision looked like, how we got here, and how it feels. We talk through the emotional side of making this transition — the grief, the relief, the guilt, and the acceptance that can all exist at once. We also break down the practical differences between group homes and care homes, including Assist...

Caregiving brings up emotions we rarely feel comfortable admitting out loud — resentment, anger, frustration, jealousy, and guilt, sometimes all at once. In this episode, we’re talking honestly about the feelings we’re “not supposed” to have toward the person we’re caring for, the situation we’re in, and the life we didn’t choose. We unpack how resentment can show up quietly or explosively, how gu...

This episode is a bit of an emotional check-in. We’re talking about the full range of feelings that caregiving often brings up — the heavy ones, the unexpected ones, and the moments that catch you off guard when you least expect it.  We also share some general life and caregiving updates — what’s changed, what’s been challenging, and what’s been grounding us through it. Think of this episode as a...

The holidays can amplify everything — stress, grief, emotions… and often, alcohol. In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about substances, drinking culture, and how caregiving has shaped our relationship with alcohol. From social pressure at holiday gatherings to using drinks as a way to cope, we talk openly about what’s felt supportive, what hasn’t, and what’s changed for each of u...

The holiday season can be beautiful, meaningful… and unbelievably hard. In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to move through the holidays while grieving, missing someone, or carrying the emotional weight of caregiving. From traditions that feel different now, to the unexpected moments that bring up tears, we open up about our own experiences and the complicated mix of joy, nostalgia, and...

We’re back with a long-overdue catch-up, and honestly… a lot has happened. In this episode, we’re sharing life updates, caregiving updates, mental health check-ins, and all the little (and not-so-little) moments that have been shaping our world recently. From new routines with Mom, to emotional surprises, to the things that made us laugh, cry, or spiral just a little — we’re talking about it all....

This week, we’re taking a step back from caregiving talk to share something a little more personal — memories of our dad. As we approach the third anniversary of his passing, we wanted to honor him the way we know best: by talking, laughing, and remembering the small things that still make us smile. We share stories from our childhood, what we’ve learned about grief as time’s passed, and how losin...

Ever have those days where you’re running on pure adrenaline, checking every box, being the supportive daughter/sister/employee/friend… and you feel weirdly amazing about it? That’s the “helper high” — the emotional rush that comes from showing up for everyone else. But if you’ve been there, you also know what comes next: the crash. Hard. In this episode, we’re talking about that cycle — the highs...

Let’s be real — no one tells you caregiving comes with this much paperwork . From Power of Attorney and advance directives to bank accounts and insurance forms, it can feel like you need a law degree just to keep up. In this episode, we’re diving into the not-so-glamorous side of caregiving: the legal and financial chaos that comes with helping a parent. We share how we figured it all out (mostly...

Caregiving doesn’t clock out when the workday begins. In this episode, we’re digging into the messy, complicated relationship between careers and caregiving. From rearranging schedules and navigating understanding (or not-so-understanding) bosses, to the guilt of missing opportunities or feeling like you’re always one step behind, we share our own experiences of trying to balance it all. We talk a...

What does it mean to be part of the “sandwich generation”? Traditionally, it’s adults caring for both their kids and their aging parents — but even without children, the push-and-pull of being caught in the middle is very real. In this episode, we unpack the pressures of balancing caregiving with careers, relationships, friendships, and our own needs. From being the bridge between family members,...

In this episode, we step away from the logistics and dive into the heart of caregiving—the emotions that often go unspoken. From the quiet grief that sneaks up in unexpected moments, to the anger and guilt we don’t always want to admit, to the gratitude and love that still manage to shine through, we’re opening up about the full spectrum of what it feels like to be a caregiver. This conversation i...

Big life events are supposed to be all joy and celebration—but for caregivers, they can also stir up a lot of complicated emotions. In this episode, we talk about Ari’s wedding: the excitement, the chaos, and the very real grief of missing a key family member during such a milestone moment. We share the push and pull between wanting to be fully present in a once-in-a-lifetime event, while also car...

In Part 2 of our relationships series, we’re digging deeper—not into family this time, but into the messier, sweeter, more nuanced connections we build with partners, friends, and everyone in between. From the pressures caregiving can place on romantic relationships, to the way friendships shift when life gets heavy, we’re sharing our own stories and struggles around showing up (or not showing up)...

This week, we take a close look at how caregiving reshapes the most important relationships in our lives — starting with our siblings. In Part 1 of this conversation, we reflect on how the weight of caregiving has shifted the way we communicate, divide responsibilities, and show up for one another as sisters. From childhood dynamics resurfacing to new roles being formed, we talk candidly about the...

Caregiving can take a serious toll on your mental and emotional well-being—and we’re not here to sugarcoat it. In this episode, we open up about the exhaustion, guilt, and emotional overload we’ve experienced as caregivers, and share the ways we’ve tried (and sometimes failed) to care for ourselves in the process. If you've ever felt like you're running on empty, you're not alone—an...

In this episode, we’re diving into the emotional and logistical rollercoaster of finding the right care home for our mom. We break down the differences between assisted living and memory care, share what we looked for during our search, and talk through the tricky realities of cost, Medicaid, and what no one really prepares you for. If you’re in the middle of this process—or know you might be some...

In this episode, we’re sharing the story of the woman at the center of it all—our mom, Carol. From our childhood memories to her vibrant personality and the little things that made her her, we reflect on the mom we grew up with and how her journey with dementia and Parkinson’s has shaped the present. This one’s tender, honest, and full of love.